scholarly journals DISTRIBUTED GENERATION IMPACT ON DISTRIBUTION NETWORKS: A REVIEW

2014 ◽  
pp. 190-194
Author(s):  
GOPIYA NAIK. S ◽  
D. K. KHATOD ◽  
M. P. SHARMA
Keyword(s):  
Distributed Generation ◽  
Power Distribution ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
Power Flow ◽  
Distribution Networks ◽  
Loss Reduction ◽  
Power Distribution System ◽  
Power Loss Reduction ◽  
Planning Methods ◽  
Voltage Support

The concept of traditional distribution networks with unidirectional power flow is weakening due to large penetration of Distributed Generation (DG). The penetration of DG may impact the operation of a distribution network in both beneficial and detrimental ways. Some of the positive impacts of DG are voltage support, power loss reduction, support of ancillary services and improved reliability, whereas negative ones include protection coordination, dynamic stability and islanding. Therefore, proper planning methods that evaluate the composite impacts, i.e. technical, economical and environmental impacts of DG integration to existing distribution networks are very much essential. This paper presents a critical review of various impacts of DG on power distribution system. For ease of reference and to facilitate better understanding this literature is categorized and discussed under five major headings.

Research on the Voltage Influence of Active Distribution Network with Distributed Generation Access

2014 ◽  
Vol 668-669 ◽  
pp. 749-752 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiao Yi Zhou ◽  
Ling Yun Wang ◽  
Wen Yue Liang ◽  
Li Zhou
Keyword(s):  
Distributed Generation ◽  
Power Distribution ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
Power Flow ◽  
Distribution Network ◽  
Distribution Networks ◽  
Power Distribution Network ◽  
Active Distribution Network ◽  
Novel Approach ◽  
Active Distribution Networks

Distributed generation (DG) has an important influence on the voltage of active distribution networks. A unidirectional power distribution network will be transformed into a bidirectional, multiple power supply distribution network after DGs access to the distribution network and the direction of power flow is also changed. Considering the traditional forward and backward substitution algorithm can only deal with the equilibrium node and PQ nodes, so the other types of DGs should be transformed into PQ nodes, then its impact on active distribution network can be analyzed via the forward and backward substitution algorithm. In this paper, the characteristics of active distribution networks are analyzed firstly and a novel approach is proposed to convert PI nodes into PQ nodes. Finally, a novel forward and backward substitution algorithm is adopted to calculate the power flow of the active distribution network with DGs. Extensive validation of IEEE 18 and 33 nodes distribution system indicates that this method is feasible. Numerical results show that when DG is accessed to the appropriate location with proper capacity, it has a significant capability to support the voltages level of distribution system.

Application of Tabu Search for Optimal Placement and Sizing of Distributed Generation for Loss Reduction

2012 ◽  
Vol 433-440 ◽  
pp. 7190-7194 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nattachote Rugthaicharoencheep ◽  
Thong Lantharthong ◽  
Awiruth Ratreepruk ◽  
Jenwit Ratchatha
Keyword(s):  
Tabu Search ◽  
Distributed Generation ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
Power Loss ◽  
Power Flow ◽  
Search Algorithm ◽  
Optimal Placement ◽  
Loss Reduction ◽  
Placement Problem ◽  
Bus Voltage

This paper presents the optimal and sizing of distributed generation (DG) placement in a radial distribution system for loss reduction. The main emphasis of this paper is to identify proper locations for installing DGs in a distribution system to reduce active power loss and improve bus voltages. Nevertheless, proper placement and sizing of DG units are not straightforward to be identified as a number of their positions and capacities need to be determined. It is therefore proposed in this paper to solve a DG placement problem based on a Tabu search algorithm. The objective function of the problem is to minimize the system loss subject to power flow constraints, bus voltage limits, pre specified number of DGs, and their allowable total installed capacity, and only one distributed generator for one installation position. The effectiveness of the methodology is demonstrated by a practical sized distribution system consisting of 69 bus and 48 load points. The results show that the optimal DG placement and sizing can be identified to give the minimum power loss while respecting all the constraints.

scholarly journals Configurations of Aromatic Networks for Power Distribution System

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (10) ◽  
pp. 4317
Author(s):  
K. Prakash ◽  
F. R. Islam ◽  
K. A. Mamun ◽  
H. R. Pota
Keyword(s):  
Power Distribution ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
Smart Grids ◽  
Sustainable Energy ◽  
Distribution Network ◽  
Geographical Location ◽  
Distribution Networks ◽  
Self Healing ◽  
Power Distribution System ◽  
Improve Energy Efficiency

A distribution network is one of the main parts of a power system that distributes power to customers. While there are various types of power distribution networks, a recently introduced novel structure of an aromatic network could begin a new era in the distribution levels of power systems and designs of microgrids or smart grids. In order to minimize blackout periods during natural disasters and provide sustainable energy, improve energy efficiency and maintain stability of a distribution network, it is essential to configure/reconfigure the network topology based on its geographical location and power demand, and also important to realize its self-healing function. In this paper, a strategy for reconfiguring aromatic networks based on structures of natural aromatic molecules is explained. Various network structures are designed, and simulations have been conducted to justify the performance of each configuration. It is found that an aromatic network does not need to be fixed in a specific configuration (i.e., a DDT structure), which provides flexibility in designing networks and demonstrates that the successful use of such structures will be a perfect solution for both distribution networks and microgrid systems in providing sustainable energy to the end users.

scholarly journals To study the voltage stability limits of distributed generation using induction machine in distribution networks

2013 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
pp. 43-53
Author(s):  
Chuong Trong Trinh ◽  
Anh Viet Truong ◽  
Tu Phan Vu
Keyword(s):  
Distributed Generation ◽  
Power Distribution ◽  
Power Flow ◽  
Voltage Stability ◽  
Reactive Power ◽  
Induction Machine ◽  
Distribution Networks ◽  
Distribution Grid ◽  
Asynchronous Machine ◽  
Asynchronous Machines

There are now a lot of distributed generation (DG) using asynchronous machines are connected to power distribution grid. These machines do not usually generate reactive power, even consume reactive power, so they generally affect the voltage stability of whole power grid, and can cause instability in itself it is no longer balanced by the torque to work. In this paper, we investigate the voltage stability problem of the asynchronous machine of wind turbines used in power distribution networks. From the static model of the asynchronous machine, this paper will apply the pragmatic criteria to analysis the voltage stability of the asynchronous machine based on the results of the power flow in power distribution network.

Efficiency Improvement on a Distribution Feeder: A Case Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (3) ◽  
pp. 97-103
Author(s):  
Megha Nath Dhakal ◽  
Rudra Ghimire
Keyword(s):  
Power Distribution ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
Direct Method ◽  
Electricity Supply ◽  
Loss Reduction ◽  
Long Distance ◽  
Power Distribution System ◽  
High Loss ◽  
Overall Efficiency ◽  
Distribution Feeder

Electricity is a necessary requirement for accelerating the economic development of any country and is considered an important input to improve quality of life. Electricity supply to consumer end is possible by the combine function of power generation, transmission and distribution instantly. One of the most chronic areas of power loss in power system is power distribution feeder. Loss in feeders are identified mainly due to overloaded conductors and transformers, long distance feeder, unbalance load on transformer, low power factor load, uses of energy inefficient load, hooking etc. The distribution losses which are more predominant can be categorized as technical losses and non-technical losses. The main target of the study is to improve the technical and overall efficiency of a distribution feeder. A high loss feeder is selected for efficiency study. Direct method of loss calculation is used to calculate total losses of the feeder and indirect method is used to find the technical losses on the feeder in existing condition. Technical losses of existing feeder and improvement on same distribution system through technical loss reduction options is analyzed by implementing the conductor replacement, rerouting and optimum capacitor placement (OCP) methods using electrical transient analyzer program (ETAP) simulation. Technical efficiency and overall efficiency for the different non-technical loss values are calculated and analyzed. Implementation of results will improve financial health of the power distribution company and provide reliable electricity supply to the consumers. In addition, it provides further inputs to energy planners and managers for a number of remedial measures to loss reduction and improvement of overall efficiency of the power distribution system.

Impact of Distributed Generation on the Fault Current in Power Distribution System

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 357
Author(s):  
Zuhaila Mat Yasin ◽  
Izni Nadhirah Sam’ón ◽  
Norziana Aminudin ◽  
Nur Ashida Salim ◽  
Hasmaini Mohamad
Keyword(s):  
Power System ◽  
Distributed Generation ◽  
Power Distribution ◽  
Distribution System ◽  
Test System ◽  
Optimal Location ◽  
Fault Current ◽  
Double Line ◽  
Power Distribution System ◽  
The Impact

<p>Monitoring fault current is very important in power system protection. Therefore, the impact of installing Distributed Generation (DG) on the fault current is investigated in this paper. Three types of fault currents which are single line-to-ground, double line-to-ground and three phase fault are analyzed at various fault locations. The optimal location of DG was identified heuristically using power system simulation program for planning, design and analysis of distribution system (PSS/Adept). The simulation was conducted by observing the power losses of the test system by installing DG at each load buses. Bus with minimum power loss was chosen as the optimal location of DG. In order to study the impact of DG to the fault current, various locations and sizes of DG were also selected. The simulations were conducted on IEEE 33-bus distribution test system and IEEE 69-bus distribution test system. The results showed that the impact of DG to the fault current is significant especially when fault occurs at busses near to DG location.</p>

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